Frolicking in waves, building sandcastles, flying kites on the beach—the best family beach vacations offer plenty of opportunities for enjoying healthy outdoor fun and creating lifelong memories with your whole crew. What makes someplace a great family beach destination? Kid-friendly lodging close to all the action and land-based attractions for when…

Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, Universal Epic Universe, is finally open to the public. I’ve been lucky enough to visit the five incredible worlds of the park on multiple occasions. Every time I find something new to do. From thrilling attractions, interactive elements, world-class entertainment, and a host of…

I love traveling with my children; my husband and I have been bringing the kids on getaways since they were just weeks old. But in what I’ll call the chicken-fingers effect, we noticed that as we started to prioritize family-friendly hotels and destinations, we lost a little of the polish…

Ready for a summer vacation to remember? I’ve got all the details on major events, new hotels, hair-raising roller-coasters, and special deals and promotions sure to make summer 2025 a memorable one. Whether you’re into beach vacations, outdoorsy getaways, or city escapes, there’s something new and exciting you’ll want to…

Averaging more than 20 million guests each year, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom theme park in Orlando isn’t just one of the best family vacation spots in the U.S., it’s the most visited amusement park for kids in the entire world. And while many of those guests will be perfectly…

Many cruise lines offer food-and-beverage packages and other inclusive options, but only a few can accurately claim to be all-inclusive. That means everything onboard, from specialty restaurants and alcoholic beverages, to Wi-Fi and gratuities, is wrapped up into the fare. Some take it a step further, covering extras like airfare…

Situated just outside of Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park is truly a desert treasure. Encompassing three of California’s ecosystems, this rugged and surreal park offers unmatched landscapes, incredible biodiversity, and natural wonders like impressive rock formations—and, of course, the iconic twisting Joshua trees. We want to help you make…

As one of the fortunate few to visit Universal Epic Universe for its grand opening celebration, I set out to explore every corner of this ambitious new theme park and dive headfirst into every attraction it has to offer. My verdict? Epic Universe definitely lives up to its name.  If…

Many travelers these days aren’t slowing down after the sun sets. Nocturnal tourism—commonly known as noctourism—has been a major travel trend for 2025, with vacationers interested in everything from stargazing and chasing the Northern Lights to exploring destinations when temperatures are cooler and sunburns aren’t a concern. As a Florida…

Getting decent sleep on a plane is a real challenge for a lot of people (including me), but it’s also a vital part of getting the rest you need to make the most of a trip and manage jet lag symptoms. Even if you’re not a natural plane sleeper, there…